Latest reviews

Naomi reviewed: Lantern Making with Fused Glass

"My daughter and I had a fabulous morning making lanterns. Wendy is a kind and knowledgeable host and made us feel very welcome "

Mina Crisp reviewed: Stained glass taster day in Worcestershire

"A great day for both my husband and I with Vicky, Vic (who is never wrong!) and Neil. We managed to produced a lovely piece each. Thank you to the hosts for lunch, coffee, laughter and skill. We will be back for more. "

Kingcot Gallery responded:

"Dear Mina, many thanks for your kind words, really appreciate them. The pieces you both did were great and showed how each technique is similar - but different - for lead and copper. It would be lovely to see you gain and develop things further. All the best Vicky "

Kim reviewed: Functional ware - Pottery hand building class

"This was a very nice workshop. I enjoyed it very much. I do recommend it."

Lisa Heller reviewed: Stained glass weekly classes in Sheffield (South Yorkshire)

"I have had the joy and privilege of another year exploring the possibilities of what to create in stained glass. Martin is as ever, patient, friendly and encouraging and nothing is too much trouble for him. I am looking forward to another term and creating something new. "

Martin McAssey Glass responded:

"Thank you for another lovely review."

Melanie Rose reviewed: Lino cutting for Beginners and Rusty Printmakers

"I have recently done a lino printing course with Alison and Liz with my daughter. We had a great day, learnt a lot and came away with very nice lino prints. I would highly recommend it."

Blooming Designs - Art in the Barn responded:

"Dear Melanie, Thank you for your feedback, it was great to work with you both. You both produced some lovely work using this process and hopefully it has inspired you to continue exploring it at home . All the best Alison"

Julia M reviewed: Create with a Gel Printing Plate - Mono Printing Without a Press

"Great course - the second I have done with Alison and Liz. I wasn't quite sure what to expect, but there is plenty of scope for exploring different techniques with completely differing results. On the day of the course you are introduced to several different techniques - with lots of experimenting as a result. Looking forward to having another go and trying to refine the process - however, the technique itself lends itself to happy accidents and an open mind about results!"

Blooming Designs - Art in the Barn responded:

"Hi Julia, It was great to work with you again and thank you for your feedback. Gel plate is such an exciting process, you never know quite what you are going to get, as you say lots of happy accidents! Enjoy exploring and experimenting! Best wishes Alison"

Lydia reviewed: Crochet workshops in Leeds City Centre

"Ann was friendly, helpful and patient, it was a great introduction to crochet. Thank you Ann!"

Leeds Central Faith and Light responded:

"Thank you for your review. I'm glad you enjoyed your workshop and found it helpful. Kind regards Ann"

Rachel reviewed: Stained glass weekly classes in Sheffield (South Yorkshire)

"I have completed Martin’s Tiffany and leaded glass course - I love it and hooked. Martin is an excellent and encouraging teacher. Initially you make two small sample pieces one in Tiffany then leaded, then you can start creating your own. I have also done a one day flower making course with Kate. She is also fantastic. Everyone created a gorgeous bouquet of forever glass flowers. I find working in this space very therapeutic and meditative. I’m also meeting some lovely people along the way. I would absolutely recommend this as an activity. "

Martin McAssey Glass responded:

"Thank you for the lovely review, I look forward to seeing you both again next term."

Jan Dutson reviewed: Lino cutting for Beginners and Rusty Printmakers

"I am a complete beginner and this course provided an excellent introduction to Lino cutting and printing. Liz explained everything very clearly and was extremely patient. The pace of the course was just right - moving onto each stage as we were ready and allowing plenty of time. I learned a lot and produced some nice prints. The atmosphere at The Long Barn was calm and friendly - and what a lovely setting. Alison was welcoming and always on hand to help, advise and provide refreshments. All in all I enjoyed the day very much. Thank you"

Blooming Designs - Art in the Barn responded:

"Hi Jan, Good to hear from you and thank you for taking the time to let us know about your day with us - it was lovely to meet and work with you. You made excellent progress throughout the day and will be ready to tackle your next prints. More wrens? Happy cutting and printing. Best wishes Alison Butler"

Rebecca Woods reviewed: Quilt in a Day, one-to-one course with Amanda Jane Ogden

"This was such a great introduction to quilting. All the basics covered in one really enjoyable (and well planned) day and a lovely little quilt to take home too. Amanda is so knowledgeable about the subject and was so warm and welcoming. She asked for preferences and selected fabrics for my quilt so thoughtfully, based on my responses. I thoroughly recommend. "

Amanda Jane Textiles responded:

"Dear Rebecca, thank you for your review. I am so pleased to have helped you start your quilting journey - I am sure there are many more quilts to come! Amanda"

Tena reviewed: Rag Rug Full Day Workshop - Bristol

"100% recommendation.Elspeth is a very friendly and professional teacher. I am a novice to rag rugging, and she explained three different techniques so clearly that I had no difficulties at all. She was giving us tonnes of hints and tricks from her experiences and answering all my questions before I could even ask them. The equipment she offers is of the highest quality, and we were invited to take as much fabric as we wanted, so I was able to finish a whole rug within 10 days after the workshop. The atmosphere during the workshop was great. I would like her to do another workshop about weaving and braiding. I bought her second book, and I like it. "

Ragged Life Ltd responded:

"Oh thank you Tena for the lovely review, we really appreciate it :-) You were a pleasure to teach."

Tena reviewed: Lino printing landscapes

"100% recommendation. Lee is a very friendly and professional teacher. We were only four students, and Lee gave us all his attention nonstop. He is a great artist himself, and the studio was large and very inspiring, fully equipped with all sorts of prints, presses, and other artists media. All four of us managed to print fabulous prints, and the tools and materials provided were of the highest quality. The whole experience was intense, humorous and creative. "

Cynthia and Andy Leggat reviewed: Beginners 1-day pairs woodturning workshop

"My husband and I had a very enjoyable day refreshing our wood turning skills and proudly coming home with a practice eggcup each and a final one too. My husband had accidentally broken two china eggcups a few days before so we were very pleased to have made replacements. Simon was helpful and supportive and we enjoyed our lunch and the environment too."

Blended Monkey - pottery - woodturning - green woodworking - pole lathe - throwing responded:

"Hi Andy & Cyn, So glad you enjoyed the session and look forward to seeing you again soon. — Simon"

Alison Edwards reviewed: Introduction to Lino Printing in Cambridgeshire

"Spent the day at Haddenham learning a skill I had often admired but had never tried myself. I was really impressed at the pace and instruction provided by Judith. She catered for all abilities and gave individual attention when needed. Everyone produced a lino print they were pleased with. Thank you so much for a very enjoyable day. "

print paper stitch experiences responded:

"Thank you Alison, it was a pleasure to spend the day with you all, and watch your confidence grow as you created your gorgeous prints!"

Rob Goalby reviewed: Mig Welding For Beginners Introductory Day Course.

"Had a fantastic day with Tony. He is an extremely friendly and patient teacher who works with you at a pace you can handle. The day was full of practical experience and I have gained an insight into the fundamentals of mig welding that I can build on in my time. Well worth the price, no regrets."

Newport Wrought Ironwork responded:

"Rob it was great meeting you and thank you for the great feedback, I am very pleased that you enjoyed the course and are going to continue developing your mig welding skills on future projects that you have planned. If I can be of any assistance in the future please get in contact. Regards Tony "

Adrian reviewed: One day Wood Carving Experience

"One of the best experiences I’ve had! Nothing was too much trouble for the instructor, very happy with the carving! 6 out of 5 stars! Would definitely recommend!"

Lesley reviewed: Fused glass at The Warwick Arms Hotel with Helen from The Butterfly Effect Studio

"My daughter and I found this course very interesting and lots of fun. We hadn’t done anything like it before and found it very enjoyable and would recommend it to others. Helen, the tutor, explained everything in detail and was on hand if you needed extra help. She was an excellent teacher and the session just flew by."

Butterfly Effect Studio responded:

"Hi Lesley and Charmaine, thank you so much for taking the time to review the fused glass workshop. I’m delighted you both enjoyed it and so impressed with all of your creations. I’ll keep you updated about future workshops and look forward to seeing you when I deliver your items back to the venue👍🏻🙏🏻🦋"

Sue Sedzikowski reviewed: Introduction to Lino Printing in Cambridgeshire

"Recently completed a day with Judith. I had a really great day, it was really relaxed and fun and Judith provided everything you needed along with her expertise. Would certainly recommend this day to friends."

print paper stitch experiences responded:

"Thank you Sue. It was lovely to meet you and I hope your beautiful print will have a special place in your garden studio space!"

Judith, Ted and Josie reviewed: Introduction to traditional stained glass (1 day) in Sheffield, South Yorkshire

"My son, his girlfriend and I attended the traditional stained glass workshop together, and had a wonderful day. Kate, our tutor made learning a new craft hugely enjoyable, pacing the teaching well, providing loads of nuances and top-tips to ensure success and encouraging and instructing the small group with immense skill and good humour. We were all delighted with our completed panels and would love to learn more. Thank you for allowing us to use the most beautiful glass in our makes."

Martin McAssey Glass responded:

"Thank you for the review, we hope to see you all again."

Karen Meek reviewed: Silver Clay Beginners Workshop

"Had a great day on this beginners silver clay course. No experience necessary and I learned a lot about silver clay and different techniques to use. We were given the tools and taught how to use them but could come up with whatever design we chose then fired them three different ways. Would definitely recommend this course and Marianne was a great teacher, very knowledgeable and helpful. "

Grey Clouds & Silver Linings responded:

"Thank you Karen, I'm glad you enjoyed your day and what you made, they looked fantastic. Well done, I hope you continue making with silver clay and look forward to seeing what you create in the future."

Jackie reviewed: Slate mosaic workshop at Jo Garden Art

"Jo is amazing, what a couple of days! Jo had everything prepared, her calm and patient manner, explaining before we started and then with us every step to reassure, advise and help. The tea and Kit Kats to keep us going were very welcome 🤗. To finally get to our finished pieces, unique and special to us all, we all felt such an achievement. On the second day, I was making a large piece of slate art and a big bit fell off. Jo said we’d need a miracle….well, she made a miracle happen! Thank you. I drove home both excited and exhausted, everything held together, phew! Now taking pride of place in my kitchen and hall, I’d highly recommend spending a day here 👍"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Wow Jackie! So glad to hear your large piece made it home intact! I hope all the additional highlight materials went on OK - it really was a work of art! Well done 👏👏👏 Jo xx"

David reviewed: Woodturning Absolute Beginners

"A most enjoyable day with Paul. I have never done wood turning before but at the end of the day I came home with a rather nice vase (and a satisfied smile on my face). Plenty of tea and coffee was available and Paul's wife provided a lovely lunch. Paul was very patient with me and the other complete beginners. Recommended."

Paul Hannaby Creative Woodturning responded:

"Thanks for the feedback David. I'm glad you enjoyed the day."

C reviewed: Charcoal sketchbooks: Landscape. A three day workshop with Kate Boucher

"Brilliant course. I’ve always hated charcoal but wanted to challenge myself & liked the images that Kate had used to advertise the course. I’m so glad I signed up for it I’m totally converted & now love charcoal. Kate took us through graded exercises to give us confidence to tackle scenes from the beautiful landscape. She is a star tutor!"

Moor and Sea Holidays responded:

"Thank you, so pleased you have a new found love of charcoal! We hope to see you again at Moor and Sea"

Jacquie T reviewed: Full Day Set Piece Experience with Orchard Blacksmith

"I bought the day experience for my partner's birthday gift, but didn't want to miss out & came along too! Sean & Ryan took the course. What really lovely & helpful guys they are. We started off gently which was great, it gave us both the confidence for making our 'stand out' piece of 3 coat hooks. The time went quickly which is always a good sign. I can't recommend this experience highly enough. Thank you so much."

Heather reviewed: Slate mosaic workshop at Jo Garden Art

"Really lovely day using materials I have not used before. Very friendly, with great hands on support. I got quite absorbed in the task and surprised myself with the results, as I do not consider myself artistic."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Heather - the process is very absorbing! You made some lovely pieces - everyone has some artistic skills hidden away 🤗. Jo x"